Events and Retreats

Day of Reflection for Men aged 40+

Saturday 20th October 2018 from 10am – 4pm

There will be a day of reflection for men over the age of 40 considering a possible vocation to the priesthood at St. Hilda’s Centre, 391 West Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE15 7NL. The theme of the day: “The significance of our story”.

For more information and to confirm attendance, including any special dietary requirements for the lunch and refreshments that will be provided, please contact Fr David Smith at wallsend.ourladystcolumba@rcdhn.org.uk or telephone 0191 262 3882.

The Big Encounter

Saturday 10th November 2018 from 6.30pm – 9.30pm

Don’t miss out on the second annual BIG ENCOUNTER Festival!  Bryony Wells and Bishop Richard Moth will be speaking, and the Youth 2000 Worship Band will be leading the music.

It’s open to anyone aged 16-35, and it’s happening in the Performing Arts Centre at Worth Abbey, Paddockhurst Road, Crawley RH10 4SB.

World Youth Day

Tuesday 22nd – Sunday 27th January 2019

The next World Youth Day is taking place in Panama, Central America.  If you would like to take part in a festive encounter with Catholics from all over the world, centring on Jesus Christ, please click here to register. For more information on WYD please visit www.panama2019.pa/en/home/. WYD is intended for ages 15-35, though all ages are welcome.

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